A cleaning fan has shared a simple two-step solution for making sure glass will be streak-free – and you don’t need any white vinegar. Georgia, more commonly known as Clean with Georgia on TikTok, claimed cleaning glass and mirrors has “never been easier”.
You won’t need any fancy cleaning products or harsh chemicals to do the job, just a simple mix of water and washing up liquid. To make sure you leave no hard water marks or streaks, you’ll need to come armed with a window vacuum, or a squeegee. This is what makes all the difference.
How to clean mirrors
Firstly, you can run a sink full of water and mix in your chosen dish soap so it bubbles. Georgia used the Fairy Max Power.
Then using a sponge, wipe the solution onto any mirror or glass surface. Make sure to cover the surface completely.
Briefly leave the solution to soak. Follow with a window vacuum or squeegee to remove the solution entirely, making sure the mirror or glass is dry.
The soap helps to lift any dirt from the surface, while the water rinses it away. Using excessive detergent or not rinsing thoroughly can leave residue that causes streaks.
You can also use a microfibre cloth to wipe away any liquid, however this will require some elbow grease.
Georgia’s video has already been viewed over 18,600 times, receiving 277 likes and ten comments. A number of people praised window vacuums for their effectiveness.
Sophie said: “My fav way to clean glass!”
Danni-Alana simply wrote, “Gleaming,” while Tabby commented, “Love washing up liquid for everything.”
Katie Mortram also recommended them as an “ideal tool”. She wrote for Good Housekeeping: “When it comes to windows, the window vacuum is an ideal tool, particularly indoors. Windows are generally large, square panes, which are perfect for running a window vacuum down – so long as it doesn’t leave streaks behind.
“A squeegee can do the same work, but it’s not convenient and can take a long time.”